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Broadband MAP Act of 2026

USA119th CongressS-5015| Senate 
| Updated: 7/16/2026
John Thune

John Thune

Republican Senator

South Dakota

Cosponsors (2)
Deb Fischer (Republican)John Fetterman (Democratic)

Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill mandates that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) initiate a rulemaking within 120 days of enactment to review and evaluate the processes for updating broadband internet access service maps . This comprehensive review specifically includes the existing challenge process , which allows for corrections to the maps. During this rulemaking, the FCC must carefully consider several factors. These include the relative equities and burdens associated with any proposed changes to the maps, and the significant impact such changes could have on funding decisions that rely on these maps. Furthermore, the Commission must assess the effects of proposed changes on broadband internet access service providers and take into account its ongoing efforts related to broadband mapping and the restoration of broadband serviceable locations.
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Timeline
Jul 16, 2026
Introduced in Senate
Jul 16, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Jul 16, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S4139)
  • July 16, 2026
    Introduced in Senate


  • July 16, 2026
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.


  • July 16, 2026
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S4139)

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Broadband MAP Act of 2026

USA119th CongressS-5015| Senate 
| Updated: 7/16/2026
This bill mandates that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) initiate a rulemaking within 120 days of enactment to review and evaluate the processes for updating broadband internet access service maps . This comprehensive review specifically includes the existing challenge process , which allows for corrections to the maps. During this rulemaking, the FCC must carefully consider several factors. These include the relative equities and burdens associated with any proposed changes to the maps, and the significant impact such changes could have on funding decisions that rely on these maps. Furthermore, the Commission must assess the effects of proposed changes on broadband internet access service providers and take into account its ongoing efforts related to broadband mapping and the restoration of broadband serviceable locations.
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Timeline
Jul 16, 2026
Introduced in Senate
Jul 16, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Jul 16, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S4139)
  • July 16, 2026
    Introduced in Senate


  • July 16, 2026
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.


  • July 16, 2026
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S4139)
John Thune

John Thune

Republican Senator

South Dakota

Cosponsors (2)
Deb Fischer (Republican)John Fetterman (Democratic)

Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

Science, Technology, Communications

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted